The Body Matters Clinic is now offering telephone and online counselling in Southend-on-Sea, Essex. We use remote consultations to provide talking therapies without physical interaction. Appointments will be held via telephone calls or video consultations so that we can help support you during this challenging time.
What is telephone/online counselling?
Our telephone and online counselling services are a range of talking therapies that involve one of our trained therapists listening to you and helping you find ways to deal with any emotional issues you may have. These types of counselling services mean that you are able to receive the support that you need from anywhere and are an ideal alternative to the many obstacles that people will face when seeking out talking therapy. It offers flexibility in scheduling appointments and eliminates the need for travel, which can be particularly beneficial for people with busy schedules, physical disabilities, or for those living further afield.
Why choose telephone and online counselling?
Telephone/online counselling provides an alternative avenue for individuals to access support, offering convenience, accessibility, and privacy while maintaining the effectiveness of traditional therapy approaches. If the thought of talking to a counsellor for the first time makes you panic then you should consider online counselling. People struggling with conditions such as social anxiety, agoraphobia, and other anxiety disorders often prefer online counselling services because they feel less inhibited than when talking to a therapist in person.
Is telephone/online counselling suitable for everyone?
Telephone and online counselling may not be suitable for everyone. While it offers accessibility and convenience, some individuals may prefer or require in-person interaction for effective therapy. Factors like comfort with technology, communication preferences, and the nature of the individual's mental health concerns should be considered when determining the suitability of telephone/online counselling.
What can telephone and online counselling help with?
Research has shown that online counselling can be as effective as face-to-face therapy for many mental health issues, particularly for common conditions like depression, anxiety, and stress. Telephone and online counselling in Southend-on-Sea can help you cope with a range of issues such as depression, stress and anxiety, grief and bereavement, breakups and other relationship breakdowns, work-related stress and anxiety, low self-esteem and anger issues. Talking therapies can help you gain a clearer understanding of your thoughts and feelings, helping you to find your own solutions to many issues.
What to expect from your telephone or online counselling session?
Your therapist will be using a telephone or online video call service, which offers a secure way to offer online counselling, talking therapies, support and advice without having to leave your home.
During your telephone and online counselling sessions, you may be encouraged to talk about your emotions and how you feel with a fully-trained therapist. We are there to listen and support you, without judgement.
Louise Reader will be using a telephone, Skype or Zoom which offers a secure way to offer online support and advice without having to leave your home. You will need to download Skype or Zoom onto your laptop, phone or tablet. In the case of Zoom, a meeting invite will be sent to invite you to link to the meeting where we can have a secure video session.
Jon Gibbs will be using Skype or Zoom, which offer a secure way to offer online support and advice without having to leave your home. You will need to download Skype or Zoom onto your laptop, phone or tablet. A meeting invite will be sent to invite you to link to the meeting where we can have a secure video session.
Call 01702 714968 for more information about telephone and online counselling in Southend-on-Sea & Leigh-on-Sea in Essex, and find out more about how The Body Matters can help you.
